Monastir

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There are regular northbound trains from Monastir to Tunis via Sousse and southbound trains to Mahdia via Lamta. The main railway station of Monastir is called Gare Habib Bourguiba Monastir, which is located in the city centre very close to the Ribat. If you want to go to the capital, you can take a train from Monastir to Tunis which will leave you at the Gare de Barcelone station. If you want more information about it, check out the website of Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Tunisiens. There is also a regular bus service to Sousse departing twice daily from Monastir bus station near the Medina, arriving in around 35 minutes at Cite Erriadh station.

The weather in Monastir is always pleasant, but the best months to come here are June and September when the temperatures aren't too high, averaging around 29°C. The most important festival in the city is the International Festival of Monastir which takes place in the summer at the Ribat of Monastir. With a lot of famous international artists making appearances and all sorts of entertainment being showcased such as music, theatre and ballet, the annual gathering is sure to be a memorable spectacle.

- Is Monastir safe? Monastir is considered to be quite safe. As Monastir is such a popular tourist destination, there are frequent police patrols during the day and through the night. Most of the city is well lit, although it is advisable to avoid some areas after dark and always be aware of pickpockets in busy markets. - Is Monastir expensive? Monastir is not an expensive tourist destination. On average, the cost of living is around five times less than that of the UK. - Is Monastir worth visiting? The long golden beaches, clear sea and historical significance of Monastir come together to make it a popular tourist destination. - What is the history of Monastir? Monastir has a rich history which comes through in its expertly preserved ancient architecture dating back to the Phoenician times. The city was founded on the ruins of Ruspina after the fall of the Roman Empire. It is also the birthplace of the first Tunisian president Habib Bourguiba who transformed Tunisia during the 1950s.

Country Code: +216 Area Code: 73

Tunisia operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Power sockets in the country are of type C and E. The Type C plug, commonly known as the Europlug, features two round pins, while the Type E plug also has two round pins but includes a socket for the earthing pin.